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443. Peachzz - Europe - May Mural Month

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2026/05/20

This week’s replay episode of theArtist Academy Podcastis an interview with the international street artistPeachzz(aka Megan Russell). You’ll hear Megan tell her story of how she got started with murals (using spray paint) with a theme of birds and wildlife. Her style evolved into also painting the human form, and fast forward to today with one that blends into both human and nature.Megan got her start by applying to mural/street art festivals and shares with us her tips on how to put your

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442. Cat Dean - Australia - May Mural Month

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2026/05/18

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m chatting with Australian muralistCat Deanfor another May Mural Month episode!Cat shares her journey from selling drawings at markets to building a full time mural career while raising two daughters along the way. Today she paints murals for schools, businesses, hospitals, and government spaces across Australia. We talk about developing a signature style, pricing mural projects, balancing motherhood with business ownership, navigating burnout, and

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441. Danielle Weber - Australia - May Mural Month

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2026/05/13

This week’s replay episode of theArtist Academy Podcastis an interview with an incredibly talented Australian muralist and mentorDanielle Weber! Danielle has built a thriving art business from the ground up, painting murals and canvases priced anywhere from $10K to $30K on average. We talk about everything from how she connects with clients through Instagram DMs to how she bought her own warehouse studio and turned it into a creative hub. She also shares her no-fluff approach to pricing,

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440. Patrycja Hannagan - Australia - May Mural Month

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2026/05/11

This week’s episode of theArtist Academy Podcastis an interview with Australian muralist Patrycja Hannagan, also known asMural Nomad. We talk about how she built a full-time mural career while traveling across Australia, what she learned from completing her 100 Mural Project, and how her business has evolved over the years. Patrycja shares the reality behind life as a traveling muralist, from landing jobs in small towns to managing large-scale projects, teaching other artists, and building

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439. Corrado Mallia - Canada - May Mural Month

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2026/05/06

This week’s replay episode of theArtist Academy Podcastis an interview with Canadian muralistCorrado Malliawhere we talk about what it actually takes to build a mural business over time.Corrado shares how he started with cold outreach, practiced on his own, and slowly built consistent work through referrals. We get into pricing murals, what goes into quoting a project, and why it’s important to charge based on value, not just time.We also talk about common mistakes like undercharging,

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438. Tetyana Bibik - Canada - May Mural Month

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2026/05/04

To kick off May Mural Month, I wanted to step outside of my usual circle and have conversations with muralists in different parts of the world. In this episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m talking with Toronto-based artistTetyana Bibik.We get into the realities of running a mural business in Canada, from pricing differences and currency gaps to a high cost of living and seasonal limitations due to winter. She also shares how she stays booked through email outreach, networking, and

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31:30

437. What Happens When Murals Get Painted Over

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2026/04/27

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m talking about something that can be tough for artists to navigate… what happens when a mural gets painted over.It’s a situation that brings up a lot of emotion, especially when a piece is loved by the community or holds personal meaning. I’ve experienced it myself, and recently my city went through a similar situation, with guest artistAustin Sepulveda, that sparked a lot of conversation. I interviewed Austin to chat about his painting techniques

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436. How to Land the Job Against Another Muralist...

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2026/04/20

JoinMURAL MONEY BOOTCAMPstarting May 1st!In this week’s episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I break down what actually wins a mural job when you’re not the only artist being considered.Because it’s rarely about price.It’s about how you show up, how clearly you position yourself, and how easy you make it for the client to say yes.I walk through real situations where I was up against other artists and what made the difference. This includes getting in front of the client, presenting ideas

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435. The 4 Stages of a Muralist

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2026/04/13

JoinMURAL MONEY BOOTCAMPstarting May 1st!This episode of theArtist Academy Podcastbreaks down the stages every artist goes through while building a career, based on both my own experience and what I’ve seen coaching artists over the years.It starts with the early phase of uncertainty and self-doubt, where you’re figuring things out and questioning if this is even possible. Then comes the stage where work starts coming in, but everything feels messy, overwhelming, and you realize you’ve been

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35:03

434. Behind the Scenes of a Multi-Million Dollar...

Artist Academy ·

2026/04/06

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I sit down with photographer and business coachScott Proposkito talk about what really drives success as a creative.Scott has worked with brands like National Geographic and the White House, but this conversation focuses on what made that possible behind the scenes. We get into why talent alone isn’t enough, how most artists hold themselves back without realizing it, and what actually helps you get consistent work. From outreach to positioning to

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433. What’s the Worst Thing That Could Happen? & How...

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2026/03/30

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast,I’m walking through a simple question that can change everything when you’re scared to go all in on your art career: what’s the worst that could actually happen?I’m breaking down the biggest fears artists have around money, pricing, clients, skill level, and stability—and sharing how I’ve handled those same fears in my own business. We’ll look at what those “worst case scenarios” actually look like in real life (hint: most of them are fixable), and

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26:22

432. Playful Frogs, Print Sales, & Email Automations...

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2026/03/23

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m talking with Colorado-based artistSamuel Popovich. He has built an incredible business around his hilarious, character-filled frog paintings and is sharing exactly how he did it.We talk about how he developed his unique style, how he taught himself to paint through YouTube and experimentation, and how he turned a playful idea into artwork people genuinely collect. We also get into the business side of it all, from selling prints and originals to

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431. Your Success is on the Other Side of Cringe

Artist Academy ·

2026/03/16

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m sharing the uncomfortable truth about marketing yourself as an artist—posting online, talking on camera, networking, pitching, and doing all the awkward things that actually lead to opportunities.If showing up feels uncomfortable, you’re not alone. A lot of artists struggle with putting themselves out there, promoting their work, or being the face of their business. In this episode, I talk about why that feeling is so common and why it shouldn’t

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47:31

AI Image Battle: ChatGPT vs Google Gemini vs Midjourney

Artist Academy ·

2026/03/09

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast,I’m diving into a topic artists keep asking about lately—AI. I decided to put three of the most talked-about platforms—ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and MidJourney—to the test and see how they actually perform when used inside a real mural workflow.In this episode, I’m sharing how I use AI in my own mural business to create faster mockups, refine concepts, generate references, and save time without letting it replace my creativity. If you’ve been curious

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429. Attention to Detail with Wildlife Artist Carla...

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2026/03/02

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m bringing back a highly requested 2020 interview with wildlife artistCarla Grace— and the lessons are just as relevant today.Carla breaks down how she slowly built her career into full-time art by focusing on technical mastery first, then letting demand and pricing follow. We discuss her acrylic layering technique, collaborating ethically on reference images, and learning to detach emotionally so you can operate professionally.On the business side,

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428. 9 Hard Truths From Your Art Business Mentor

Artist Academy ·

2026/02/23

This week’s episode of theArtist Academy Podcast,I’m giving you the honest talk I wish someone had given me earlier. We’re covering the habits that quietly hold artists back—like hiding behind tools, blaming the algorithm, or constantly switching directions before giving anything a real shot.I break down why obsessing over your weak spots can keep you from becoming known for your strengths, why marketing isn’t optional if you want paid opportunities, and why someone less talented might be

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427. Running a Mural Business as a Type B Artist

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2026/02/16

This week’s episode of theArtist Academy Podcastis for my fellow Type B artists… and it might make a Type A listener clutch their planner.After hosting a mural meetup in Costa Rica, I realized just how differently artists operate—some plan every detail, and some (hi, it’s me) make decisions in real time, right there on the wall.I’m sharing the “Type B” habits that keep my mural business moving: staying flexible when clients change their minds, why my contract protects my creative freedom,

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426. My Productivity Hack to Produce More with Less...

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2026/02/09

In this episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m sharing one of the biggest shifts that’s changed the way I run my creative business: batching.From sketching and painting to marketing, admin, and even studio cleanups, batching has helped me stay consistent, protect my energy, and actually get the things done that artists tend to put off. I’m breaking down what I batch weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly, with real examples of how grouping similar tasks together saves time, mental

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425. ❤️ Tinder Dating VS Art Marketing ❤️

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2026/02/02

As we enter the month of love, I have a little Valentine’s present for you —join Artist Academy for just $1!Whether we’re selling ourselves on a dating app or selling our art on social media, at the end of the day we’re all people connecting with other people who might want what we have to offer. In this episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I break down the surprising similarities between dating and marketing your art—first impressions, confidence, response time, storytelling, and knowing

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45:04

424. Why Taking Action Matters More Than Having a...

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2026/01/26

In this episode of theArtist Academy podcast,I have a conversation with artist and educatorJosie Lewisabout what it really takes to build a sustainable art career over the long term.We talk about balancing large-scale commissions, selling work online, and teaching—while navigating fear, failure, focus, and constant decision-making. Josie shares why there’s no magic formula for success, how action creates clarity, and why learning to be okay with getting it wrong is part of staying in the

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